Kamala Harris Narrowly Leads Trump in Tight U.S. Presidential Race

A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll gives Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris a slight lead over Republican Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential race. The poll highlights key issues like the economy and immigration, showing Trump favored on economic handling and Harris on mental acuity and social issues.

A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates a razor-thin lead for Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris over Republican Donald Trump in the run-up to the November 5 U.S. presidential election. The poll shows Harris leading Trump by a mere three percentage points, at 46% to 43% respectively.

Economic issues were rated as the most pressing concern by respondents, with Trump preferred by 44% on dealing with the "cost of living", versus 38% for Harris. However, Harris was viewed as more competent on addressing economic inequality, with 42% support compared to Trump's 35%.

The survey also underscored the persistent divide over immigration, a theme Trump has consistently highlighted. Some 53% of respondents concurred with the view that "immigrants who are in the country illegally are a danger to public safety," despite academic studies refuting such claims.

(With inputs from agencies.)